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Several different strains of the popular Bristlenose have been developed. The Albino strain develops a rich gold colour as it grows. A very good algae eating catfish, hardy and undemanding, they adapt to most aquarium conditions. Grows to about 10-12cm.
Catfish (order Siluriformes) are a diverse group of fish. Named for their prominent barbels, which give the image of cat-like whiskers, they are found primarily in freshwater environments of all kinds, with species on every continent except Antarctica.
Catfish have no scales. All catfish, except members of Malapteruridae (electric catfish), possess a strong, hollow, bonified leading ray on their dorsal and pectoral fins, through which a stinging protein can be delivered if the fish is irritated.
Catfish are often described as being nocturnal creatures; in other words they are most active at nighttime. In general terms catfish prefer to dwell at the bottom of an aquarium (or at the bottom of rivers, lakes, streams and creeks etc in their natural environments). There are of course exceptions to this general rule, as some species of catfish occupy the mid to surface water areas of an aquarium, such as the Glass Catfishes and the Upside-down Catfish.
Providing hiding places for them is of utmost importance. With careful planning of your aquarium layout you can not only provide your catfish with hiding places, but you will actually have the benefit of seeing them as well. Suitable materials to use for hiding places include wood, rocks, slate, clean plastic pipe and aquatic plants.
Catfish generally are excellent tankmates for a wide variety of other species of fish.
Catfish (order Siluriformes) are a diverse group of fish. Named for their prominent barbels, which give the image of cat-like whiskers, they are found primarily in freshwater environments of all kinds, with species on every continent except Antarctica.
Catfish have no scales. All catfish, except members of Malapteruridae (electric catfish), possess a strong, hollow, bonified leading ray on their dorsal and pectoral fins, through which a stinging protein can be delivered if the fish is irritated.
Catfish are often described as being nocturnal creatures; in other words they are most active at nighttime. In general terms catfish prefer to dwell at the bottom of an aquarium (or at the bottom of rivers, lakes, streams and creeks etc in their natural environments). There are of course exceptions to this general rule, as some species of catfish occupy the mid to surface water areas of an aquarium, such as the Glass Catfishes and the Upside-down Catfish.
Providing hiding places for them is of utmost importance. With careful planning of your aquarium layout you can not only provide your catfish with hiding places, but you will actually have the benefit of seeing them as well. Suitable materials to use for hiding places include wood, rocks, slate, clean plastic pipe and aquatic plants.
Catfish generally are excellent tankmates for a wide variety of other species of fish.
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Customer Reviews
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Great fish Review by Susan
Customer Rating Very happy with the little albino we bought, he is only tiny compared to our bristle nose but 12 months of growth and the will be playing together , peaceful fish excellant cleaners, amaising to watch you won't. Be diss appointed in these little guys they grow quite large if given the room and plenty of feed;) (Posted on 12/11/11)
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all alive Review by carolyn
Customer Rating this is a great service the fish arrived within 3 days all were alive. (Posted on 3/11/10)
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These guys suck!!! Review by adam
Customer Rating LOL, but they are one of my fav's. Weird looking, easy to keep and a great addition to the tank. Never had any problems with these guys. There placid, dont hassel any of the other fish, hardy, and long lived. You just have to make sure to drop a wafer or two in the tank every couple of days. Well worth the money you spend on them. (Posted on 26/10/10)
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Great Looking Bristlenose Review by Cass
Customer Rating We received our little albino bristlenose in good condition and went to work straight away but Unfortunately our albino was short lived. (Posted on 25/10/10)
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excellent fish Review by maggie inglis
Customer Rating These little catfish are just excellent; they arrive in great condition – it appears as if the travel doesn’t bother them at all. These catfish, like other bristlenose are very hardy fish and quite effective at doing their job! (Posted on 15/07/10)
